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Viking Orient |
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Viking Orient is a beautifully handcrafted ship specifically designed to navigate even the most remote areas of the Orient River. Refurbished in 2014, Viking Orient accommodates 60 guests and offers a river view from every stateroom with large windows and personal deck space, and an extraordinarily friendly atmosphere with attentive, English-speaking crew. Explore the sights, sounds and flavors of one of the most culturally diverse regions in the world while enjoying the comfort and elegant romance of the Viking Orient.
Keeping line with Viking’s 175 years of river cruising history, you will receive the very best of service aboard the Viking Orient. Thefact that Viking specializes in river cruises means that the experience of a river cruise will not be matched by any other company. From panoramic windows to the most expert of river tour guides, there will be no shortage of enjoyment aboard Viking Orient.
Viking Orient's immersion in local culture does not end with the river. Open dining is provided throughout the day so guests can partake in the finest in local cuisine at any time of the day. Expertly trained chefs use the freshest ingredients to prepare regional delicacies which match perfectly with hand-picked bottles of local wines.
Off-boat activities are also offered to compliment the on-ship portion of your voyage. Try your hands at local activities and customs to get the real-world feel of the area you are traveling in. From music to food and wine tastings, you will have many tales to bring back to your friends and family. |
Viking Orient Facts |
Inaugural Year: N/A
Refurbished Year: 2014
Country of Registration: Vietnam
Guest Occupancy*: 60
Crew: 28
Crew-to-Passenger Ratio: 1 to 2
Length: 180 feet
Beam: 34 feet
Passenger Decks: 4
Staterooms
Total: 30
Suites, with balcony: 0
Suites, without balcony: 0
Ocean View, with balcony: 0
Ocean View, without balcony: 30
Inside: 0
Accessible Staterooms: 0
Dining Type: Open
Casino: No
*Based on double occupancy |
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Ship Highlights
Cultural Highlights
To complement your tours and shore excursions, take part in Viking Orient's Cultural Highlights-immersive learning and enhancement activities both on board and ashore:
- Visit the renowned Hanoi Temple of Literature
- Tour the magnificent ruins of Angkor
- Enjoy traditional Apsara temple dancing and other folkloric performances
- Visit colorful floating markets on the banks of the Orient
- View onboard film screenings that will enhance your journey
These in-depth experiences are included as an essential part of discovering more about the places through which you cruise, and each activity is planned specifically to illuminate each itinerary.
Culture Curriculum
Sometimes you want to dig a little deeper. Viking Orient offers a series of onboard multimedia talks to shed light on the history and culture of the places you visit. Learn about:
- The rise and fall of the Khmer empire
- The archeological excavations at Angkor
- History of Vietnam and Cambodia
- History and culture of the Champa people and other ethnic groups
- Key words and phrases in the local languages
These presentations provide a context for your own observations, enhancing your travel experience.
Fine dining aboard Viking Orient
Viking Orient's chefs create a variety of tasty offerings for you, with freshly prepared seasonal local vegetables, local specialties adapted to satisfy the tastes of our passengers, and homemade soups prepared daily. For breakfast, choose from a selections of pastries, cereals, breakfast meats, egg dishes, fresh fruit and selected cheeses. At lunch, select from the soup and sandwich bar, or a choice of entrees and dessert. And for dinner, you are treated to a full menu with regional specialties. |
Viking Orient Deals
Check out the cruise deals that we have available on Viking Orient cruises: |
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Viking Orient Cruise Destinations
Here are the destinations Viking Orient sails in. Call us at 1-866-214-7447 for more info: |
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Vietnam & Cambodia River Cruises on Viking Orient |
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Standard Stateroom (Categories A, B and C)
Approximate Size: 168 square feet
A & B located on: Upper Deck
B located on: Middle Deck
Staterooms have comfortable yacht-style berths Beautiful brass and teak furnishings Under-bed storage drawers plus wardrobe for hanging garments Upper Deck location with view and outdoor promenade seating Private bathroom with shower Air conditioning with individual climate control In-room safe |
All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room listed. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. We reserve the right to correct errors. Please verify all details with the cruise line directly. |
Viking Orient Photo Gallery
Here's a look at some of the highlights of Viking Orient: |
For photos of staterooms, please click the accommodations tab provided above. Ship is subject to modifications. |
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